Organism Classifications based on metabolic pathways.

Question 1

Describe how Phototrophs obtain their energy and thus obtain their nutrients.

Answer 1

Phototrophs harness the light (sun energy) , using their pigments and through anabolic reactions, can synthesize energy into usable organic molecules such as ATP.

Question 2

Describe how Chemotrophs obtain their energy, and thus obtain their energy.

Answer 2

Chemotrophs break down organic and inorganic molecules to obtain their nutrients and energy for cellular activities.